Inclusive & Sustainable Economic Development
Analyzing structural economic reforms, inclusive growth strategies, and sustainable development pathways for Malaysia's transition to high-income status.
Malaysia's economic development trajectory requires balancing growth with equity and sustainability. Our research examines structural transformation beyond the middle-income trap, addressing productivity challenges across sectors, reducing income and wealth disparities between states and communities, and ensuring economic benefits reach all segments of society including indigenous peoples and marginalized groups.
As Malaysia navigates global economic uncertainties and regional competition, we analyze industrial policy effectiveness, the role of government-linked companies in development, sustainable finance and ESG integration, trade diversification strategies, and mechanisms for ensuring economic resilience while promoting inclusive prosperity across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak.
As Malaysia navigates global economic uncertainties and regional competition, we analyze industrial policy effectiveness, the role of government-linked companies in development, sustainable finance and ESG integration, trade diversification strategies, and mechanisms for ensuring economic resilience while promoting inclusive prosperity across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak.
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Jun 24, 2026
Turning Turbulence into Opportunity: How Malaysia Can Thrive in an Age of Uncertainty
Past energy crises affected Malaysia and highlights lessons for today’s uncertainties. Long-term policies can strengthen resilience, improve livelihoods, and support sustainable national development.
OP-ED.
Jun 24, 2026
Turning Turbulence into Opportunity: How Malaysia Can Thrive in an Age of Uncertainty
Past energy crises affected Malaysia and highlights lessons for today’s uncertainties. Long-term policies can strengthen resilience, improve livelihoods, and support sustainable national development.
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Jun 3, 2026
From the Outside In: US-Iran Geopolitics and Malaysia’s Energy Vulnerability
The US-Iran war triggered a global energy crisis and why Malaysia remains vulnerable. It argues that decades of policy choices have increased exposure to external shocks.
OP-ED.
Jun 3, 2026
From the Outside In: US-Iran Geopolitics and Malaysia’s Energy Vulnerability
The US-Iran war triggered a global energy crisis and why Malaysia remains vulnerable. It argues that decades of policy choices have increased exposure to external shocks.
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May 29, 2026
The Intimate Enmity: Iran and the West - An examination of the causes and consequences of the US-Israeli war on Iran
This paper explores the roots of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. It covers the impact on global energy and supply chains while examining how war, sanctions, and regional tensions continue to destabilise the Middle East.
OP-ED.
May 29, 2026
The Intimate Enmity: Iran and the West - An examination of the causes and consequences of the US-Israeli war on Iran
This paper explores the roots of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. It covers the impact on global energy and supply chains while examining how war, sanctions, and regional tensions continue to destabilise the Middle East.
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May 6, 2026
Challenges and Opportunities in Accessing International Climate Funds for Malaysia
The paper explains Malaysia’s climate finance needs. It outlines global funds and key barriers to access, while showing why system improvements are necessary.
OP-ED.
May 6, 2026
Challenges and Opportunities in Accessing International Climate Funds for Malaysia
The paper explains Malaysia’s climate finance needs. It outlines global funds and key barriers to access, while showing why system improvements are necessary.
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Oct 16, 2019
Maternity Leave in Malaysia: The March to 90 days
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Oct 16, 2019
Maternity Leave in Malaysia: The March to 90 days
Economic Growth & Structure
Nazihah Muhamad Noor
Oct 16, 2019
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Jun 18, 2019
A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats? Intergenerational Social Mobility in Malaysia
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Jun 18, 2019
A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats? Intergenerational Social Mobility in Malaysia
Economic Growth & Structure
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Professor Emeritus Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram
Jun 18, 2019
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Jan 9, 2019
Economic Impact of Foreign Workers in Malaysia: An Objective Review
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Jan 9, 2019
Economic Impact of Foreign Workers in Malaysia: An Objective Review
Economic Growth & Structure
Digital & Gig Economy
Allen Ng
Jan 9, 2019
Jan 9, 2019
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Oct 19, 2018
Different Realities of Household Incomes
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Oct 19, 2018
Different Realities of Household Incomes
Economic Growth & Structure
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Allen Ng
Oct 19, 2018
Oct 19, 2018
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Oct 8, 2018
Malaysia’s Trade Governance at a Crossroads
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Oct 8, 2018
Malaysia’s Trade Governance at a Crossroads
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Pierre Sauvé
Oct 8, 2018
Oct 8, 2018
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Mar 21, 2018
The Curious Case of Malaysian Capitalism - Review of Elsa Lafaye de Micheaux’s The Development of Malaysian Capitalism
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Mar 21, 2018
The Curious Case of Malaysian Capitalism - Review of Elsa Lafaye de Micheaux’s The Development of Malaysian Capitalism
Economic Growth & Structure
Mar 21, 2018
Mar 21, 2018
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May 31, 2017
The Sisyphean Balance? Review of Paul De Grauwe’s The Limits of Markets
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May 31, 2017
The Sisyphean Balance? Review of Paul De Grauwe’s The Limits of Markets
Economic Growth & Structure
Allen Ng
May 31, 2017
May 31, 2017
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Oct 31, 2015
Why Trade Matters: Part Two
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Oct 31, 2015
Why Trade Matters: Part Two
International Trade
Oct 31, 2015
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Aug 13, 2015
Can Physical And Economic Planning Be Done Beyond State And National Boundaries? The Case Of Penang
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Aug 13, 2015
Can Physical And Economic Planning Be Done Beyond State And National Boundaries? The Case Of Penang
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Dr Suraya Ismail
Aug 13, 2015
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